Legislation Details

File #: 26-0656    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Memorandum of Understanding Status: Passed
File created: 1/15/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 1/29/2026 Final action: 1/29/2026
Title: Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Flock Group, Inc., d/b/a Flock Safety for access to Flock's technology platform and FlockOS.
Attachments: 1. 1 29 2026 26-0656 213 FMO Flock HCFMO access MOU 2026 signed.pdf
Primary Department: Fire Marshal
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Laurie L. Christensen, Fire Marshal

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Type of Request: Memorandum of Understanding

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Flock Group, Inc., d/b/a Flock Safety for access to Flock's technology platform and FlockOS.
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Background and Discussion:
This MOU will authorize the Fire Marshal's Office to access the Flock technology platform for the purpose of viewing and searching still images and associated information captured by Flock's devices for law enforcement purposes only.

Expected Impact:
Enhanced ability to investigate crimes and locate vehicles of interest.

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County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: A: Reduce violent crime across the County.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): A4: Improve safety through targeted pursuit of violent crime suspects.
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